Russia unified e-visa photo requirements
Russia's unified e-visa uses a recent JPEG with a light-coloured background, a full-face neutral portrait, and a head that fills 70–80% of the frame.
The essentials
- Photo size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Head height
- 70-80% of image height
- Eye line
- 50-65% from bottom
- Background
- Light-coloured
- Expression
- Neutral, mouth closed
- Output resolution
- 413 x 531 px at 300 DPI
Every rule, sourced
Head size, shape & position
Source ↗Use a rectangular 35:45 photo with the face occupying 70–80% of the frame.
Expression
Source ↗Face the camera with a neutral expression, eyes open and mouth closed.
Glasses
Source ↗Clear glasses are acceptable only when the eyes remain visible without reflection or tint.
Head coverings (religious / medical)
Source ↗Religious head coverings are allowed when the full face from chin to forehead remains visible.
Background
Source ↗Use a plain light-coloured background with no shadows.
Russia unified e-visa photograph
These rules apply to the unified e-visa route. They are not a substitute for the requirements of a regular Russian visa application handled by an embassy or consulate.
Sources, verified 2026-07-19: Russian MFA — unified e-visa instructions
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